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The Department of Geological Sciences is a department within the Faculty of Science with courses at master's, bachelor's and orientation levels. The department supports a broad range of basic research within marine geology, geochemistry and classical geology.
Project description
Reconstructing Arctic sedimentary processes using X-ray CT and hyperspectral imaging of marine and lacustrine cores.
The Department of Geological Sciences (IGV) is expanding the analytical capacity of its marine and lacustrine core-processing laboratory. We are adding an X-ray CT scanner and a Hyperspectral infrared (IR) core imaging system, as well as upgrading our current Multi-Sensor core logger and XRF-core scanner. The X-ray CT system provides detailed images of sedimentary structures, and allows volume reconstructions of pore space properties, and quantification of important sedimentary features (i.e. ice-rafted detritus and bioturbation). Hyperspectral infrared imaging of marine and lacustrine sediments is gaining increased popularity and has been used to quantify the amount, type and source of organic matter (marine vs terrestrial), and identify crypto-tephra that can provide critical geochronological information for paleoceanographic studies.
This two-year post-doctoral project is aimed at developing applications for these systems on Arctic marine, and possibly lacustrine, sediment cores on recent (Holocene) or longer (Pleistocene) timescales.This includes developing user-friendly application-specific processing routines for the large data-sets generated by both systems.
IGV has a large repository of sediment cores from the Arctic, extending from the fjords of Northern Greenland across the central basin to the broad Siberian shelf. There is also access to newly collected material from the Canadian Beaufort Sea that is particualrly well suited for differentiating marine and terrestrial sources of organic matter. The sucessfull candidate will have access to all of this material and is expected to develop their own research program making use of these new analytical tools and other facilities at IGV. The research program can build on the candidates particular strengths in sedimentary geology, but should complement research activities of the current Marine Geology group at IGV with a focus on Arctic paleoceanography.
Main responsibilities
The tasks are comprised of helping set up the Hyperspectral IR imaging system and X-ray C/T scanner, participating in the training, and undertaking quality assurance and testing of these systems. The applicant will then undertake their chosen research program. You will be responsible for core scanning and analysis, as well as subsequent discrete sampling and analysis needed to address the research questions. You will need to be familiar with programming (i.e. Matlab, Python, R) and be able to write scripts to process and analyze data from the core scanning systems.
Qualification requirements
Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country.
Assessment criteria
The degree must have been completed at latest before the employment decision is made, but no more than three years before the closing date. An older degree may be acceptable under special circumstances. Special reasons refer to sick leave, parental leave, elected positions in trade unions, service in the total defense, or other similar circumstances as well as clinical attachment or service/assignments relevant to the subject area.
We seek candidates with a strong background and documented experience with programming within geoscience related research areas. Likewise, it is meriting to have documented experience in using marine or lacustrine sediment cores to reconstruct environmental conditions in the past. The candidate should be fluent in English, and be able to work independently and in groups, as well as towards deadlines as the project has specific sub-goals.
The selection is based on how well the applicant is assumed to be able to complete the project tasks. Particular emphasis is placed on the applicant's knowledge and skills within the subject of his/her proposed specialization, capability to express their work orally and in writing, creativity, ability to take initiatives, independence and ability to work with other researchers. The evaluation is based on previous education and experience, quality of previous published research, ambition expressed in the motivation letter, description of the proposed project direction and potentially interviews.
Terms of employment
The position involves full-time employment for two years with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date as per agreement.
Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.
Contact
For more information, please contact Dr. Matt O’Regan, matt.oregan@geo.su.se.
Union representatives
Ingrid Lander (Saco-S), telephone: +46 708 16 26 64, saco@saco.su.se, Alejandra Pizarro Carrasco (Fackförbundet ST/Lärarförbundet), telephone: +46 8 16 34 89, alejandra@st.su.se, and seko@seko.su.se (SEKO).
Application
Apply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline. We recommend that you submit your application, including the necessary documents, in English.
Please attach the following information to your application:
- Contact and personal information
- Your highest degree
- Your language skills
- Contact information to at least two references
and, in addition, please include the following documents
- Cover letter including:
– why you are interested in the advertised research area and project
– what makes you a suitable candidate for this project including previous experience in marine/lacustrine sedimentary geology and scripting/programming within geoscientific research - CV – including information on education and work experience of relevance and a list of publications
- Research proposal:
– a maximum 2-page description of research questions you would like to address. Here it is advantageous to elaborate on specific applications of the X-ray CT and/or hyperspectral imaging systems that you would like to pursue on Arctic sediment cores. - Exam certificates and grades that prove you fulfill the requirement (if the PhD not is completed, please write anticipated date of completion)
- Up to 2 letters of reference
The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.
You are welcome to apply!
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Closing date: 01/12/2022
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